Gamma Mu Foundation Scholarship Grant

The Gamma Mu Foundation provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that serve clients and communities, particularly in rural and underserved areas across the United States. The Foundation awards grants for initiatives focused on community support services, public education and research, and HIV and health programs benefiting the LGBTQ+ community.
Additionally, the Foundation offers academic scholarships to LGBTQ+ individuals facing financial hardship and the impacts of discrimination. These scholarships are designed for those who actively support their local LGBTQ+ communities and demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing their education or vocational training. The Gamma Mu Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Scholarships
The Gamma Mu Foundation is committed to supporting the academic aspirations of gay men and LGBTQ+ students through our annual scholarship program. Scholarships provide financial assistance for a wide range of educational paths, including vocational training, associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and graduate or professional programs.
Scholarships are awarded exclusively for full-time study at accredited institutions or programs chosen by the student.
Students attending community colleges or accredited vocational programs are encouraged to apply.
Applicants must select one scholarship category that reflects both their academic status for the upcoming fall term and identity. Categories include:
Gay Male First-Year Student – For students entering college or technical school directly from high school.Gay Male Undergraduate Student – For current, returning, or adult undergraduate students enrolled in a college or technical school.
Gay Male Graduate Student – For students pursuing graduate or professional degrees.
LGBTQ+ Undergraduate Student – Open to undergraduate students of all LGBTQ+ identities.
LGBTQ+ Graduate Student – Open to graduate and professional students of all LGBTQ+ identities.
Submitting multiple applications or applying in a category that does not align with your academic status or identity may lead to disqualification.
Use of Scholarship
Scholarships may be used to cover tuition, books, fees, and other college-related expenses at accredited colleges, universities, vocational, or professional schools. All scholarship funds are disbursed directly to the institution and must be applied to the fall or spring term following the award. The scholarship is a one-time grant, and continued financial support beyond the initial award is not implied. Please see FAQ section.
Award Duration
Scholarships are awarded for one year only.
Recipients must reapply each year for funding consideration.
The Foundation does not offer multi-year scholarships.
Applications are assessed based on the following criteria:

• Financial need
• Experience overcoming discrimination or marginalization
• Leadership in promoting diversity and inclusion
• Demonstrated LGBTQ+ community involvement
• Educational and career goals
• Extracurricular activities
• Academic and professional achievements

Eligibility

Our scholarship program is designed to prioritize young people who are just starting their academic journey and may lack work experience or financial resources. If you meet the eligibility criteria and are driven to further your education and contribute to LGBTQ+ leadership, we encourage you to apply.Members of the broader LGBTQ+ community can apply through the Folisi & Goodwin Scholarship In Memory of Ray Williams and the Phil Papel Memorial Scholarship.U.S. citizens who have graduated from high school or earned a GED by June of the application year.